China, Philippines trade accusations over South China Sea aircraft encounter

BEIJING: Beijing warned Manila on Monday against "provocative acts" in the disputed South China Sea, accusing a Philippine aircraft of an airspace violation over the weekend. Beijing claims most of the sea, despite an international ruling that …

DOST: Entire Philippines could be under drought conditions in March 2027

MANILA, Philippines — All provinces in the country could be affected by drought and dry conditions in March 2027, according to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). In its October 2026 to March 2027 outlook, the state science agency indicated …

Cambodia to Export 60,000 Tonnes of Rice to the Philippines within Three Months

Cambodia will export 60,000 tons of milled rice to the Philippines by the end of 2026, marking the first export of this kind and the beginning of waterway transport from the Kampot Port to the Philippines. Photo: Signature Rice PHNON PENH — Cambodia will …

U13, U15 baseball teams raising funds for Philippines tourney

A two-team delegation of U13 and U15 baseball players from the CNMI is seeking community support to compete in the Kalayaan Baseball International Open, set for Dec. 26-31, 2026, in the Philippines. The new travel baseball program is under Perfect Game …

Philippines: The Coastal Defense Regiment 2026 BrahMos Update

The Philippine Marine Corps is working to fully operationalize its BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missiles amid tensions with China in the South China Sea. MANILA, PHILIPPINES – In Western Luzon, the Philippines Marine Corps Coastal Defense Regiment is …

Obesity, the Philippines’ new malnutrition problem

The trend points to a looming nutrition crisis. What changed? MANILA, Philippines – Filipinos have been dealing with obesity since the 1990s. In 2025, it reached its highest level yet and surpassed other forms of malnutrition. The trend points to a looming …

Kris Aquino makes cover star comeback in Tatler Philippines' latest issue

Philippines accuses China of harassing patrols in disputed waters

The Philippine Coast Guard monitors suspected dynamite fishing by foreign vessels near Pag-asa Island on Sunday, October 4. (Screenshot from a video by the PCG) MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines accused China’s military and coast guard on Sunday of …

Philippines accuses China of harassing patrols over Bajo de Masinloc

Philippines accuses Chinese coast guard of blocking law enforcement mission near Pag-asa Island

MANILA — The Philippine Coast Guard said on Sunday Chinese vessels obstructed a Philippine law enforcement operation against a foreign fishing vessel suspected of dynamite fishing near the Manila-held Thitu Island (Pag-asa Island) in the South China Sea. …